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Fintech / Regtech
ACCC Grants AusPayNet Authorisation to Facilitate End of Cheques System
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 03/07/2025
The ACCC granted final authorisation allowing AusPayNet to engage with government and industry participants on winding down Australia’s cheque system.
Enforcement
BUSSQ Publishes Independent Expert Report on Remediation Efforts
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 02/07/2025
APRA confirmed that BUSSQ has issued the report, which details the super fund’s efforts to address governance and risk management deficiencies.
Enforcement
ASIC Sues Coal Power Operator for Market Manipulation
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 02/07/2025
ASIC alleges that Delta Power & Energy engaged in futures market and financial benchmark manipulation on 30 occasions.
Market Infrastructure
New Zealand’s New Depositor Compensation Scheme Takes Effect
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 02/07/2025
The new depositor compensation scheme protects depositors for up to NZD 100,000 in the event their bank or other licensed deposit taker fails.
Fintech / Regtech
Australia Consults on Future Vision of Payments Infrastructure
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 02/07/2025
Two consultations on the future of Australia’s payments infrastructure have been issued, along with a conceptual framework from the RBA.
Fintech / Regtech
Australian Banks Launch ‘Confirmation of Payee’ Service
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 02/07/2025
The new name-matching service will help to prevent customers from being tricked into sending money to criminals.
Market Infrastructure
New Operational Risk Management Rules Now in Force in Australia
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 02/07/2025
The new rules require APRA-regulated entities to be well-prepared to ensure continuity of critical services and respond to business disruptions.
Securities / Derivatives
RBA Seeks Feedback on Clearing House Resolution Plan
By Manesh Samtani | 01/07/2025
The RBA has outlined its approach to using new powers to manage a failing clearing house, though emphasising that this would be a last resort.
Capital / Liquidity
EU FRTB Delay Raises Fresh Fears of APAC Disruption
By Blake Evans-Pritchard | 01/07/2025
Australia, Thailand, Malaysia and the Philippines may have to rethink their implementation roadmap.
Securities / Derivatives
ASIC Releases Updated Regulatory Guides for Managed Funds
By Manesh Samtani | 01/07/2025
ASIC has revised two guides, one focusing on compliance and oversight, and the other on the use of discretionary powers by fund managers.
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